SubjectResolution R-17-135 Authorizing the Manatee County Commission to Participate in a Joint Meeting with the Council of Governments

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Contact and/or Presenter InformationEd Hunzeker, County Administrator

Action RequestedAdoption of Resolution R-17-135 authorizing the Manatee County Commission to participate in a joint meeting with the Council of Governments to discuss and plan matters of mutual interest.

Enabling/Regulating AuthoritySection 125.001, Florida Statutes

Background Discussion

Pursuant to Section 125.001, Florida Statutes, the Board of County Commissioners may hold joint meetings with the governing bodies of one or more adjacent county or municipality to discuss matters of mutual interest. The Statute requires that public notice be provided in all participating jurisdictions; that no official vote may be taken at the joint meeting; and that, prior to the joint meeting, all parties must adopt resolutions authorizing their participation.

Resolution R-17-135 authorizes the Manatee County Commission to participate in a joint meeting with the Council of Governments on January 30, 2018, at 4:00 p.m. at the Bradenton Area Convention Center.